Disclaimer: This is a Hillary Clinton appreciation thread, which means that most people who come here really like Hillary Clinton. Not just tolerate her because she’s the Democratic nominee, but actually like her. If you have criticisms, please be respectful.
If you missed any Saturday diaries or conversation, click here.
Some good diaries from Saturday and today:
Dem: Yet another mea culpa about Tim Kaine
teacherken: Interesting article on Republican women for Clinton
JoanMar: I am loving this VP pick. Tim Kaine was brilliant at his rollout.
DiesIrae: Choice of Kaine wrecks an anti-Clinton media narrative
floridageorge: Tim Kaine: Qualified? One of 20 in HISTORY to have served as Governor, Senator, and Mayor
MS: Why Cecile Richards of Planned Parenthood supports Kaine as VP
SanJoseLady: Wow, what a difference a day makes
VeggiElaine: Pulse: Hillary’s visit to Orlando
Like many of you, I watched the first joint appearance of Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine in Florida. I started off accepting, if unenthused, and ended up thrilled that Tim Kaine was Hillary Clinton’s pick. He came across as progressive, likable, and earnest. Hillary seemed thrilled to have him with her, and I think they’ll compliment each other tremendously.
On to the Democratic National Convention! Now that the Russians apparently want to throw the election to Trump, it’s guaranteed to get high ratings.
The lineup will be:
Monday: DREAMer Astrid Silva, Senator Bernie Sanders, First Lady Michelle Obama
Tuesday: President Bill Clinton, Mothers of the Movement
Wednesday: Vice President Joe Biden, President Barack Obama
Thursday: Chelsea Clinton, Hillary Clinton
I’m guessing Elizabeth Warren and Tim Kaine will speak as well, but can’t tell when/what day.
I often hate Twitter trends because they reveal the worst about humanity, but it is nice to see Russians and Donald Trump’s Sham Patriotism trending. I knew Donald Trump was dangerous, but this takes it to a whole other level. The sad thing is that some people who hate Hillary Clinton more than they care about promoting progressive ideals will ignore Donald Trump’s obvious Russian connections.
This is your open thread.